What is the cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba is to train which costs $11 - $19 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornsby station to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station, Stand B and arriving at Katoomba via Strathfield Station, Everton Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Hornsby and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Hornsby station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Hornsby to Katoomba?

The distance between Hornsby and Katoomba is 120 km. The road distance is 97.3 km.

How do I travel from Hornsby to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $11 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Hornsby to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Hornsby to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Katoomba bus from?

Hornsby to Katoomba bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Hornsby Station, Stand B.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Katoomba train from?

Hornsby to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train or bus from Hornsby to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $11 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Hornsby to Katoomba bus arrive?

Hornsby to Katoomba bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand G.

Where does the Hornsby to Katoomba train arrive?

Hornsby to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from Hornsby to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to Katoomba is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Hornsby to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 512+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Hornsby to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 611 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hornsby to Katoomba by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 30m
$11–19
Bus, line 611 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand A to Macquarie Centre, Stand Ebus 575
2. Take the bus from Macquarie University Station, Herring Rd, Stand D to Blacktown Station, Stand Dbus 611
3. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
3h 12m
$17–25
Drive 97.3 km
1. Drive from Hornsby to Katoombacar 97.3 km
1h 21m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand B to Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand Gbus N80
2. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd to Katoombabus
3h 22m
$35–51

Hornsby to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 120 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Hornsby, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–11 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hornsby Station, Stand B to Katoomba via Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand G and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd in around 3h 22m.

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